Bryant - Hammond, IN

10/02/2016

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Morehouse seems like a really exciting college and I would love you start my experience there. When I think of Morehouse I think of all the successful people that came from there and how they want to turn young men into great men. Would also consider the fact of trying to become a walk on for football.

Trey from Lynn, MA

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Campus Safety

Is the Campus is very safe. plenty of security and the students look out for one another.

Greek Life

Yes plenty of options when it comes to greek life.

Clubs and Activities

Debate team, football, and many other various sports activities. Church and numerous other types of clubs.

Great for these types of students

Young African American Men who want to understand more about their culture and who plan on advancing in their intended career. However, the school is diverse and is open to anyone who wants to attend.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Morehouse is built on a historical ground, where the Civil War was fought. The College found the remains of what perceive to be the skeleton remains of solders. Because of this, students are not allowed to walk on the grass in a particular location on the school grounds.

Bang for the buck

Morehouse house college is expencieve. However, Its worth the expeneice becouse you will receive an excellent and sold education

What to do for fun

Morehouse is very fun . They have plenty of events for the students to do. Also ,famous people come to visit Morehouse College all the time to expeirence all the history it has.

Food and Dining

The food is delicous at morehouse College. There is a defferent variety of food to choose from everyday. Also, they have great and tasty healthy options.

Dorm Life

The dorms are very nice at Morehouse College. There dorms are decent size with lots of room for each room mate.

Academic Rigor

Academics is great at Morehouse College. Learning at this college is easy because of there great teachers. However Morehouse College is also hard because it challenges their students so they could become the best they can possibly be.

Tips for prospective students

If you are intending to attend Morehouse College that would be the best choice for you. Morehouse will groom you to become the best you can possibly be in your intended major.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is the perfect instutution. It have excellent teachers that can have individual time with their student becauese of the number of student that attend the college.

Devon from Chicago, IL

Fraternities are everywhere; if interested in joining one, just befriend a member of a frat and get all on the insight.

What to do for fun

There are always things to do around campus. Meeting people is always a good thing to do. Whenever you are feeling lonely, just head to the Woodruff Library, nicknamed Woodi by campus students, and network. There are parties in the neighboring communities almost every weekend. Also, there are tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a full gym for those who like to exercise.

Tips for prospective students

Have fun! Enjoy the college experience but also keep your priorities in check. Be prepared for the heavy college workloads! They may seem overwhelming at first, but any student can overcome those sleepless nights in the end and feel good about it at the same time. Also, secure your financial aid early!

In three sentences

Morehouse College is a great school for young males seeking to become productive members of society. The experiences shared by students are unique and priceless. I would definitely recommend Morehouse to prospective students.

Kory from Stockbridge, GA

Greek life is everywhere in the AUC and defitnitely will be something you will be interested in especially going to a HBCU

Great for these types of students

international clubs for the international students

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Unusual traditions- Everybody must attend ceremony every thursday called crown forum. this is MANDATORY!!

What to do for fun

Stroll teams Pageants Hump Wednesday Sports Clubs City of Atlanta

Food and Dining

Renovated they dinning hall and food, they have stepped it up a little, it taste a little better. Major attractions on campus chick-fil-a and papa johns

Dorm Life

Dorm lifefor upperclass men is better. Didnt come to the school as a freshman so I did not stay in the freshman halls, but I know they are traditional

Academic Rigor

tough very tough

Tips for prospective students

Tips for prospective students- Very challenging school, clear your mind take a deep breathe, and welcome. Time management is very important, manage your time well, there is already enough on you plate with classes here, balance school and life and you will do just fine.

In three sentences

Great school for out of the box creative people. Liberal arts college with all the major programs you can ask for, and Morehouse definitely gets you ready for life outside of college starting in the class room

Ibrahiim from Buffalo, NY

The surrounding community is pretty dangerous. Be sure that if you walk off campus at night that you are not alone.

Greek Life

The Greek life on campus is pretty cool. The brothers of the different organizations are pretty genuine. There is Phi Beta Sigma, Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Iota Phi Theta and Phi Mu Alpha.

Clubs and Activities

There are so many clubs that it is almost impossible to not want to become a part of something.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

NSO ( New Student Orientation) is always a fun introduction for the Freshmen!

Bang for the buck

Pretty Expensive, but you have to research hard in order to get the money that you need and keep yourself from taking out too many loans.

What to do for fun

There is Market Friday at Spelman, Hump Wednesday on Morehouse's campus and the city of Atlanta. If there's nothing to do on campus you can always travel to the many attractions that Atlanta has to offer.

Food and Dining

The dining hall was just upgraded and the food is so much better than the previous years. But it still can use a few more upgrades.

Dorm Life

Great! Even though the quality of the halls can definitely use an upgrade, the social life is amazing. Despite some flaws, the people you live with will make the experience here much better.

Academic Rigor

Depending on how hard you focus and how much you want to succeed the challenges that Morehouse throws at you will definitely help develop you.

Tips for prospective students

Keep your head up high with a positive attitude. Morehouse isn't perfect, and realizing that will make many things much smoother during your matriculation.

In three sentences

The institution is great for black men who need a better idea on how to develop themselves and the community they live in. Morehouse is known for producing men that are able to do exceptional in the world after they graduate.

Its better to go to a community college, then transfer so your not in high debt as bad.

What to do for fun

Workout, biking, clubs.and attend events.

Food and Dining

Fair, pretty good..better than nothing.

Dorm Life

Clean, basic and fair...nothing like your own home bed.

Academic Rigor

Great study habits and be willing to study.

Tips for prospective students

Study hard and dont party or drink... Here.

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I love the academic focus but decided to move on to a different college due to the fact majority of the young black students here are largely gay)..male to male relationships and nothing against the lG community ..i was not comfortable as a straight male student..moved on to UCLA for a blended crowd. This college is over rated and or too many downlow men rather sorry.

Randale from KENSINGTON, MD

04/01/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Unacceptable. Several students have been robbed on campus during my first year as well as several shot and several more raped. Upperclassmen tell me that robberies were so commonplace last year that a lot were not even reported. Security does not check IDs at the gate, so anybody can get on campus.

Greek Life

Greek life basically dominates the social scene here in the AUC. Being Greek is like being part of another world that regular students don't really get to see.

Clubs and Activities

You'll have to get out there and look. The clubs are not very visible on campus, except for the biggest few like Glee Club and Marching Band. There's a lot of community service opportunities available around campus.

Great for these types of students

Students who don't party much, are very focused on their studies, have a determination and drive to do well, know how to create networks, and can be fairly sociable.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There really is nothing out of the ordinary here, other than how many black people there are.

Bang for the buck

If you want a school with good facilities, a good quality of life for on campus students and an efficient bureaucracy that actually cares about the students, look for another school. however, that being said, you will probably learn more about yourself here than at any other school, regardless of your race.

What to do for fun

There's nothing to do on the weekends unless you have a car. Most students fall into drug use (marijuana) due to boredom. However, the city of Atlanta offers plenty of engaging activities, but without a car, traveling there can be arduous, rather expensive and somewhat dangerous.

Food and Dining

Utter garbage. Even parents who eat the food in the caf agree that it is sub par.

Dorm Life

It's a joke. Temperature fluctuates from week to week especially in the winter. Bathrooms are usually dirty and freshman dorms are full of pot dealers and smokers. The RD thinks he is a high school principle and will treat you like a child.

Academic Rigor

The first year of classes are just a recap of things you learned in high school. Your interesting classes won't start until sophomore year. But beware of unreasonable or otherwise undesirable professors, as they are numerous.

Tips for prospective students

Consider another school before looking at Morehouse.

In three sentences

The campus is ugly and not safe. The facilities including the cafeteria, housing, labs, wifi connectivity, and athletic facilities are mediocre at best. General quality of living at Morehouse is low.

BM

02/19/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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What to do for fun

Lots of stuff to do. There are various clubs to join, events to attend, and get togethers with people of the same interest. There are even yearly events to display art and skills in spoken word. One cool get together that happens on campus is The Illiterati(Illiterate + rati) Poetry nights on Thursday Nights in Kilgore Cafe that allow people to share poetry, spoken word, and is even a great outlet for up and coming music artist to share their talents with the people attend.

Food and Dining

Food is great here. You get a range of $25 to $500 for eateries around Morehouse besides the cafe such as Papa John's, Jazzman's, Freshen's, and the Kilgore Cafe which is across from the main Cafeteria.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is what you make it. For the most part it's really fun. There are dorm competitions every year to determine the best and the most hype hall of the year. There are also stroll teams for each freshman dorm, which takes dorm life and dorm unity to a whole new level. Along with that, there are brother sister freshman dorms. It's to help make it easier to form bonds with girls at Spelman and encourages you to definitely get to make friends and network.

Academic Rigor

Gets nitty and gritty when you get into your major classes, but you should have no problem as long as you have a relationship with your major department. Those relationships could go a long way and even effect your grade. The teachers here are understanding and very helpful whether you are struggling in class or need to know the next step in your matriculation through Morehouse College. You can also take classes at Clark Atlanta University and Spelman College to expand your academic horizons even further, especially if there are classes at those institutions that aren't offered at Morehouse College. For example, you can take Japanese at Spelman College to satisfy your language requirement for graduation and learn a language not offered at Morehouse College.

Tips for prospective students

You should want to have a grasp of what you want to study, but it is ok to be undecided as they help you by giving you a range of classes that introduces you to each major during your first year. Definitely have a suit or two and a good bit of casual dress clothes because we have a lot of formal events from time to time and it's a tradition to be very well-dressed for certain days. Also, build a network amongst the people not just at Morehouse, but Clark Atlanta University and Spelman College. There are people here of various talents and interests and its in your best interest to try and align yourself with those people. You never know what you could accomplish by having those people close by.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is the place to be for African-American males and a great place for other males alike who want to get a great, yet challenging education. The atmosphere is brotherly and your never to far from help. What more could you ask for from the the number two HBCU in America?

Yoshay from Atlanta, GA

The campus is really safe. Theres nothing more to it. They are apart of the Atlanta Police Department and are highly trained.

What to do for fun

You can bring a bike or skateboard or anything that you enjoy doing as long as it is not illegal. You can also have fun with your dorm mates. There are many activities you can participate in on campus.

Food and Dining

When residing on campus, you receive the unlimited meal plan. You can literally eat however many times from the time the cafeteria opens until the time the cafeteria closes. The food the cafeteria serves is good. They serve pizza, burgers, french fries, and more.

Dorm Life

Living in a dorm on Morehouse Campus is a great experience. The brotherhood in the dorms are way more personal than outside of the dorms. You get to meet several people from all walks of life and you grow a relationship with them. I do not regret living on campus and would encourage any upcoming freshman to reside on campus your freshman year.

Academic Rigor

As far as succeeding in the academic portion of college, it is all based upon how much work you put in but also, your professor plays a factor in how difficult the work is. So far, I have been successful in all of my courses and if you work hard to succeed, you will.

Tips for prospective students

If you plan to attend Morehouse College, I personally think it would be a great choice for any male of any race.When you come, just plan to be focused, and ready to work hard so you can accomplish more for your future.

In three sentences

So far, Morehouse has been a great college to attend. The networking of Morehouse brothers and other AUC students is like no other. Lastly, majority of the staff have their best interest for you to succeed.

Anonymous

Morehouse College is located in the heart of Atlanta and thus not in the safest place in the world. The police on its campus are a bit efficient but more work can be done.

Clubs and Activities

The opportunities at Morehouse are boundless, and if there is not a club present that you fit in with you can always create your own!

Great for these types of students

Morehouse is an institution that is great for young men who are aspiring to become leaders of their specific fields of study. It may not be an Ivy League but the academic and charismatic competition between students and outsiders are definitely top notch. If you desire to waste time or be a ladies man and forget the books, Morehouse College is not for you.

What to do for fun

There is a variety of activities to take part in. One can go to the gym where there are basketball courts, a work out room, a running room and a swimming pool. If one does not choose to go to the gym he can also go to the gaming lounge that has games, and other activities to past the time with. Not much of a gym or lounge fan? Then one can enjoy the high-speed internet campus wide and watch movies and listen to music.

Food and Dining

Food quality is great at the first couple of months but slowly plummets throughout the semester. Freshman have to get unlimited meal plans so despite the taste, having access to food almost 24/7 definitely has its perks.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is definitely a plus at Morehouse College. This is the environment one seeks to build friendships and network opportunities that are definitely beneficial within this College. Also having friends to bond with especially during stressful periods of rigorous work is a definite plus to dorm life at Morehouse.

Academic Rigor

The work at this institution is moderate in terms of difficulty. Where it gets challenging however is balancing time especially when there is a party every week. Extracurricular activities have to be balanced and not to mention the newly discovered freedom of parents. Students tend to get lost in the midst of these distractions and fail work that was not close to hard. Thus, time management is strongly encouraged.

Tips for prospective students

Students that are considering Morehouse as their decision have already made the right choice by just thinking of attending. The first few months will definitely take some time to adjust to, considering the new people, new environment, and new level of work.However once one adjusts, the experiences will, from that point, be monumental. Lastly, prospective students should remember that they will be attending college, and not just a college but a college that is ranked in the top 2 HBCU's in America and inevitably the world, and therefore nothing less than excellence is expected.

In three sentences

Morehouse is definitely an institution that facilitates growth. Accompanied by its slate of profound accomplishments, its environment allows for students to develop unbreakable bonds and unprecedented friendships.In all, despite its minor inadequacies, Morehouse College is an excellent institution for rearing young men that aspire to not only achieve, but to also achieve with dignity.

Student from Atlanta, GA

There are always great events going on after the academic day like Hump Wednesday and Market Friday where you can find good music and great people.

Food and Dining

I am an off campus student.

Dorm Life

I am an off campus student.

Academic Rigor

Classes at Morehouse College require a lot of out of class studying and in class involvement. There is a higher chance of success in class, student is will to provide their best in all that their professors require of them.

Tips for prospective students

Prospective students will be well prepared if they organize they're work and thinking. They should come in with a strong thirst for knowledge. They will also need to make the most of the many networking opportunities provided by Morehouse and its neighboring institutions i.e. Spelman and Clark Atlanta.

In three sentences

Onward yet historical, rigorous yet instructive, are words that come to mind when I think of Morehouse College. Morehouse emphasizes the need for forward thinking with a strong regard for history and foundation. Morehouse sets its expectations and standards for its students while also making the many tools needed to meet them tangible.

SGA CASA Football Tennis Track Golf Basketball Rugby Swim Team Debate Glee Club Marching Band Concert Band Jazz Band +more

Great for these types of students

students who advocate for social change.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

New Student Orientation is always fun. Freshman see the school in an unusual yet amazing way. Freshman are brought into the school seemingly fraternity style.

Bang for the buck

Morehouse is an amazing school but paying $40,000 a year is extremely stiff and difficult. To many, it isn't worth it.

What to do for fun

The party scene is live and there are two other schools next door (Spelman College and Clark Atlanta University). There are also many organizations on campus such as SGA, Debate Team, Glee Club, CASA, Safe Space, and so much more. I am a member of the Morehouse College Marching Band and Concert Band. There's something for everyone including sports.

Food and Dining

The food is terrible. Only on Wednesday and during the week long New Student Orientation is the food even remotely good.

Dorm Life

Dorm life at Morehouse isn't all that great. The dorms are old and very traditional but the community inside of the dorms is strong. Everyone knows each other and are well acquainted with one a another which makes for safer and easier living.

Academic Rigor

Academics at Morehouse can indeed become difficult but the pay off is so much better. Stay on top of your courses and you will be fine.

Tips for prospective students

Stay on top of your grades and always make sure to take care of things regarding finances and academic standings. Do not get caught up in the party scene because it is extremely easy to lose focus.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is school like no other. It is the best historically black college universities that is liberal arts in the nation. Morehouse is a school of academic achievement and personal development.

William from Memphis, TN

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Campus Safety

The school is in a pretty rough neighborhood, be careful, move in groups and stay away from the west end.

Greek Life

there are five fraternities but if you choose one stick with it, no one appreciates a turncloak.

Clubs and Activities

Teams and clubs aplenty, and it there is an interest you feel is not being explored, you can apply for money to create the club, buy equipment and rent space if you so choose.

Great for these types of students

Studious hardworking student, Those that know how to teach them selves, the philosophically as well as the spiritually inquisitive, and those who do not balk at a challenge. All men are welcome!

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Don't walk on the grass, it's cursed. Graves hall was chosen because it could warn of potential attackers. Entire Morehouse dorms have been blacklisted from the entirety of Spelman campus because of one guy screwing up, be on your guard.

Bang for the buck

Famous graduates: Spike Lee, Martin Luther King Jr., Samuel L. Jackson, Maynard Jackson, Walter Massey, Edwin C. Moses and many more. If you are a strong student they will give you as much money in financial aid as humanly possible. However if you do not do well in your classes they will reduce what you have as much as you slip, do your best.

What to do for fun

On Friday there is mingling with the women from Spelman college along with a liberal scattering of other events and occasions throughout the year, aside from this just outside of the city there is the Six flags over Georgia, as well as all of the other possible activities that one could engage in in Atlanta, it is only a brief walk to the rail station from the opposite end of the campus.

Food and Dining

The food is okay, Wednesday is fried chicken day , and more often than not the best foods are the ones that you will find as constants, most choose the pizza or the grill, though some do choose the salad bar, but by all means avoid the dessert area.

Dorm Life

You will definitely meet a cast of characters at Morehouse, some will be self righteous, others may be self centered, but you should meet around three or four people who you can truly connect with and they may aid you for the rest of your life no matter what you end up doing.

Academic Rigor

During my first visit and subsequent six week stay, I rarely went to sleep before midnight, and I had to wake up around six to get to breakfast at seven before a three hour applied physical mathematics class that I took our days a wee, followed by a four hour lab session which when compiled with other activities ended my day around nine nine or ten pm. If you approach it wholeheartedly it shouldn't be a problem.

Tips for prospective students

1. talk to your roommate ahead of time. 2.Make a sleep schedule. 3. Know what works for you in terms of studying. 4. Know where and how you stand if you don't you will fall for anything. 5. Focus. 6. Remember why you're there. 7. In the beginning, manage your classes and then consider extra curricular activities. 8. Don't complain about the food. 9.Remember what you were taught, not who taught you. 10. If you do not find a balance, you will burn yourself out. the reed that does not bend will break

In three sentences

Morehouse features a rigorous curriculum, a diverse culture, and an involved approach to the words brotherhood and community to say the least. The culture of brotherhood will follow the student everywhere they go, they could even find themselves forming bonds with people whom the only connection the students have, is that that they are in the same calculus class. At the same time this brotherhood forms the sense of community that the college is known for.

Jared from Atlanta, GA

Campus safety is great but theres always room for improvement. But they do try and have a relationship with the students so it makes talking to them easier.

Greek Life

Greek life is doooooppppeeeeee. I love it my parents are Greek and i hope to be soon *shhh dont tell anyone*. They have the best charity events, parties, and the prettiest girls.

Clubs and Activities

Not many clubs, but the few who do have majority are joint with Spelman College. Activities are cool, we have work study, mentoring programs, Hump day which is like a huge block party.

Great for these types of students

If your business savvy, religious, creative, or have a passion for teaching Morehouse is perfect. We embody all of those into one great school. Our professors are great at there craft and actually have legit knowledge on the subjects. Fashion lovers, I mean men can love fashion to and my school is big on personal appearance. First impressions are what open the door for lasting relationships.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Theres this place located in the oldest being at Morehouse only a few know about it and have access to it, an upperclassmen showed me when i was a freshman but its an out of service bell town, made entirely with marble and it overlooks the campus and its a great place to go be with you thoughts or study.

Bang for the buck

Morehouse is a school that many want to get into but as we all know not everyone gets accepted. I consider my self blessed and am always grateful to be a such a great school. Being here has its perks, such as wearing school clothing you get noticed and unexpected discounts are thrown your way. My school puts on great performances, we always have powerful speakers that leave a lasting impression, many celebrities have graduated and came through my campus. Being at a small private all male school has its perks because right next door is the beautiful Spelman College filled with gorgeous, intelligent, creative, and driven women. Plus we are in one of the most happening citied ATLANTA!!! there is always something to do!

What to do for fun

Well, we are in the heart of the city, close to everything, but the campus life is fun enough itself. There are the frats and soros, homecoming, tailgates, sports games, we do joint water ballon fights with other colleges in the area. Movie nights on the lawn, cookouts, relay games, step shows, fashion shows, art galleries. Theres alot to do, and of course parttttyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!

Food and Dining

The food! Its like a homecooked meal every day, eventhough sometimes the cafe can get boring, our campus offers other dining places as well so it all works out. But they do have special days where they serve limited items or have local food establishments bring it food, its pretty cool always something new.

Dorm Life

Ehh, the dorms are okay, they have alot a history! It definitely gives you that college experience and being grateful for better living circumstances. But its where you meet your friends for life, party, study, cry, pass out, laugh, and be on your own. Its a necessary rights of passage to live in the dorms at my school.

Academic Rigor

Morehouse id definitely challenging there are times where i feel like i cannot do it, but you have to force yourself. Its hard because our professors are invested in our thoughts so they really encourage you to know the material not only from the literally text but also from a personal thought.

Tips for prospective students

Focus of your school work first, but dont forget to have fun. There are definitely going to be times where tough decisions must be made but thats what college is about growing up and taking responsibility. Always schedule time to relax and enjoy the campus life, meet new people everyday and make life long connections. Food! Be prepared for the cravings, its like once you go to college you eat everything in site lol ! Make upperclassman friends, probably one of the best tips, because they have been in your position and can offer great advice. Last have fun enjoy college and create your own path to an amazing life/career!

In three sentences

Morehouse is full of history, treasures, success and brotherhood. Its like being in a secret organization that offers life long benefits and focuses on reaching out to the community. I can really rate my college because its just that good, I couldnt imagine my self anywhere else, everyday I grow and become a better Man, Visionary, Director, and Mentor.

Domonique from Chicago, IL

07/30/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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What to do for fun

There is ALWAYS something to do on campus. There are always games going on, or organization meetings, or students just hanging out on campus. You also have CAU ( Clark Atlanta University ) and Spelman that you can walk over to.

Food and Dining

OMG!!! The food is A1. I Have never ate good in highschool like i ate good at Morehouse.

Dorm Life

The dorms are pretty clean. The bathrooms are clean, they are cleaned daily by the janitors. People have fun in the dorms with their music and what not.

Academic Rigor

They started off just where my highschool had left me at. The rigor is outstanding and really pushes the students to a better understanding of the way things work around us.

Tips for prospective students

Be on your A game because the rigor is challenging. Also, be sure to not let the night life and party scene distract you from your studies.

In three sentences

Morehouse is a college filled with Young BLACK men who are all after one goal : getting an education. It is a fun campus with ALWAYS something to do. I fell in love as soon as I set foot on campus.

Seth from Conyers, GA

07/29/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Morehouse is located in the West End sector of Atlanta which is known for not being the safest area. As long as you travel safely in groups and try to limit night ventures too far from campus, you should be okay.

Greek Life

You will find that Greek life is very present in the AUC. at Morehouse, the minimum gpa requirement for any fraternity is a 3.0. You have half of your divine nine at morehouse and the other located at Spelman College.

Clubs and Activities

Just like any school there are numerous clubs and activities to join. The great thing about this school is that there will be students that will create their own initiatives that will be open to the AUC student body. These initiatives will probably have something to do with a career interest that the student may be very passionate about.

Great for these types of students

Morehouse is great for African American students who are not ashamed of succeeding inside and outside the classroom. If you have ever had that gut feeling that you are meant to do something bigger in life than what you have been exposed to, Morehouse college gives you the tools to transform that feeling into a reality.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

All freshman students of the Atlanta University Center (AUC) are required to go through a new student orientation (NSO). At the end of NSO, each of the three schools freshman come together for a outside party called Olive Branch. This event will probably one the most memorable activities of your college matriculation. Also, homecoming is a very big deal. our homecoming is combined with Spelman's and is known for having one of the best HBCU's homecoming.

What to do for fun

Morehouse is located in the downtown area so you can always find lots of fun things to do. With Georgia Tech, Emory, Georgia State, Spelman College and Clark Atlanta University all less than ten minutes away, the college experience has no limit! There are also a variety of parks and recreational outdoor facilities that are very easy to access for those days when you just want to get away. If you want to watch a professional football, basketball or baseball game, all of the stadiums are 5 minutes away!

Food and Dining

Just like any college, the food eventually gets tiring. But the great thing about attending an HBCU is that there is guaranteed fried chicken Wednesdays and fried fish Fridays for all the soul food lovers out there. If you want something other than fast food, you might have to drive outside the college area to satisfy your taste buds.

Dorm Life

At Morehouse College, we have 8 residence halls located on campus. 6 of the residence halls are for incoming freshman and we also have suites for the upperclassmen located off campus. Freshman residence hall life is very cultural. These fellow men that you will live with will probably be some of your long term life friends. through various activities like hall strolling and step battles , cookouts, football dress outs,you are guaranteed to have a memorable experience.

Academic Rigor

The academic rigor at morehouse is very high at Morehouse College.This college produces some of the best African American leaders in the world therefor, the education level has to be at its very best. Even though the challenge may seem a little intimidating at first, you will find that school is as difficult as you make it. Applying yourself fully at any institution will harvest any expectations that you seek.

Tips for prospective students

As a college junior at Morehouse, I would definitely advise the prospective students to hit their books hard first semester. The biggest thing to learn that first year is time management. if you can balance your social life and academic life (academic time being applied more than social) you will see your hard work paying off those next few years. Also, do not get caught up in the women of Spelman. Trust me, they will have their work done 9 times out of 10 before going out to play. Make sure you follow suit.

In three sentences

Although times change, Morehouse's mission remains the same: to produce academically superior, morally conscious leaders for the conditions and issues of today. Morehouse is known for preparing young men to change the world. If you feel as if this historic school would be a good fit for you, then I would definitely apply to this great school.

Sterling from Atlanta, GA

07/07/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

The college is located in an unsafe neighborhood but the college does an excellent job with providing security. Every entrance is guarded night and day by Police officers contracted by the college. There are isolated incidents but the majority of them occur outside of the school grounds.

Greek Life

Greek life is promenant on campus. The school does not provide housing but it does support greek life and has specific parts of the campus dedicated to it, i.e. the freshman quad.

Clubs and Activities

Campus life at Morehouse is great. CASA, a student run organization, sponsors and runs many events on campus. Every wednesday there is an event called hump wednesday that students can attend free of charge that offers music and sometimes celebrity appearances. Morehouse campus life offers a variety of experiences for pretty much any type of student.

Great for these types of students

Morehouse is great for all types of students. It is great for socialites, introverts, studious types and game changers. The culture at the school allows for students from various backgrounds to interact and learn from each other.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The campus is bursting at the seams with tradition. During freshman orientation the students have a crash course on the history of the campus and the school. They encourage students to take pride in knowing key names and people in the history of the school that makes it what it is and is to be.

Bang for the buck

The school cost too much for what is offered. Students sometimes encounter community college level staff for the price of an Ivy league tuition. If there was a revamping of Gen Ed teachers this rating would go to at least 4 stars. The teachers for major courses are serious about their job and offer challenges to all of their students.

What to do for fun

There are many student organized clubs as well as an array of campus organizations that put on various activities for students on a weekly basis. The school is located several minutes away from downtown Atlanta. Atlanta is a busy city with many neighboring colleges and universities. There is always something to do whether on or off campus.

Food and Dining

The cafeteria has improved over the years increasing the number of food options but fails to properly screen the staff on customer service abilities. The meal plans are pricy but offer steady meals. The cafeteria is open 6am until 8pm but only offers full meals at specific times. The school does not indicate health information on meals neither do they indicate if the food is organic or not.

Dorm Life

Morehouse does an excellent job of incorporating the culture of the school into the dormitory life. Creating opportunities for students to network and form a unique brotherhood that the school promotes while providing a safe and studious environment. All freshman must stay on campus in one of the indicated freshman dorms and must have a roommate. There is no type of variation in dorm styles or plans until the student is a sophomore and is allowed to move either off campus or into the Otis Moss Suites. The Otis Moss Suites offer apartment style housing or the regular dorm style.

Academic Rigor

The Curriculum requires students to be open minded and well rounded in their studies. Studies range from Ancient Greek studies to modern African American literature and everything in between. The course load increases significantly when a student chooses a major. It is easy to fall behind because teachers assign a steady stream of work. It is not impossible however, to do well.

Tips for prospective students

Set up and stick to a 4 year plan with your advisor. Do more than what is required of you, attend all of the required crown forums and assemblies. Apply all that you learn to your life. Be involved with the faculty and administration. Do not underestimate the power of networking.

In three sentences

I would rate Morehouse a 7.5 out of 10 on curriculum and a 9 out of 10 on opportunities for cultivation of wisdom. The school offers a generous amount of wisdom and knowledge but does a unsatisfactory job of focusing on individual students. The Morehouse brand focuses more on members past than future greats.

Current Student

06/27/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

For the majority of the year the campus doesn't have incidents, but there are several occasion where students are robbed, attacked, or confronted with other ways of aggressive abuse. There also has been incidents where students or civilians around the area have lost their lives due to deadly confrontation. The school is located in the West End and borders rough neighborhoods such as The Bluff, Bankhead, and Mechanicsville.

Man clubs and activities helping you prepare for the real life or helping the community around the college.

Great for these types of students

Students looking for a good education and willing to a lot of networking. Also if you favor the city/night life, Atlanta is a great city to be in.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Every Thursday at 11am, there's a mandatory assembly called Crown Forum.

Bang for the buck

The school is expensive! So if you don't take school serious, then you might want to reconsider, unless you have money to waste.

What to do for fun

There's events going on campus almost all the time. Being that Morehouse is in the AUC, you have Spelman and Clark Atlanta right next door.

Food and Dining

The cafe is for the most part not good. The first week it'll will seem like heaven but afterwards, you just get tired of eating the same food.

Dorm Life

Being a male institution, visitation rules are strict. Their are limited times throughout the day students are allowed females visitors. Also the dorms are historic, so there old. But kickbacks are usually turnt, when there is visitation.

Academic Rigor

Classes can be difficult depending mostly on the professors. Biology majors usually have the harder courses.

Tips for prospective students

In short, Morehouse is what you make of it. You can be focused in your school work, become a party person, or TRY to balance both.

In three sentences

Glad I decided to attend this college. It's a great HBCU, for young black men trying to make a difference in their lives and that of others. Most graduates are pointed in the right direction into their designated career path.

Jamal from Gary, IN

06/27/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

There is always room for improvement being in the middle of an underserved community. Morehouse has gotten better with their security since the transition of our new president,President Wilson. They have made small efforts like checking for identification for cars that enter campus. It has built more confidence in the students that they are safe. Morehouse has also increased its' security officers. However being in the west end community overall has it's negatives. My advice on that is to just be mindful of who you entertain out side of the college community and be smart in your decisions.

Greek Life

Greek Life is what it's hyped up to be. We have Alpha's, Kappa's, Omega's, Iota's, Groove Phi Groove, Phi Mu Alpha, and Sigma's. You can see the unity of the brotherhood within each respective fraternity. As a participant of greek the life, every event that greeks are at you can consider it an experience from the service we do, the classroom, to the parties we host. Greek life most certain heighten the experience you have at Morehouse College. However, to whom that may pursue this side of life the work put in after joining any of these organizations succeeds the glamor of the spot light and parties.

Clubs and Activities

There are many opportunities to get involved on campus we have, The Soccer club, Tennis, Basketball, Football, SGA, Band, Glee Club, ROTC, Morehouse Business Association (MBA), International Society club, we have clubs for your respective states and region amongst the Atlanta University Center (AUC), Campus Alliance for Student Activities (CASA), and many more. There are many opportunities to do community service, we have a database where you could find all type a community service and get involved in the local community called tiger points. there are so many opportunities to get involved, even through your respective majors there are clubs and academic societies like Alpha Lambda Delta, a freshman honor society. Let's not forget about greek life !!!

Great for these types of students

Atlanta The place is great for people who like fast pace environments, people who are looking for an experience and is willing to explore a little. Morehouse College develops men into leaders, builds confidence, and creates bond that can't be broken once you enter the gates. If you are open minded, willing to listen and learn, want a maturing experience and want to submerge yourself in a diverse community this is the place for you.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Morehouse College Is a historical black college every inch of campus is history, from its soil to the peak of the tallest monument.The tradition that we hold such as crown forum which is a weekly gathering of all the Morehouse brothers at King Chapel, which is a special place, Graves hall, a freshman residence hall is the most historical location because it was the building to which Morehouse bloomed into a campus. established. Springfield Baptist Church in Augusta, Ga is a historical location and was the birthplace of what we call Morehouse College today.

Bang for the buck

The Bang for the Buck is the atmosphere of Atlanta. Atlanta is one of many places of that has everything for you to do rather it's' partying, networking, or simply building a foundation for your future. That would also mean coming to Atlanta with a plan sitting idly any where with no plan is as good as building a house with no blueprint. However coming to Morehouse College with a plan and being disciplined enough to carry it through will allow you to experience what the college has to offer. Additionally, the ultimate Bang for your Buck would be leaving with a degree, an array of resources, and life long relationships.

What to do for fun

Depending on what type of person you are there is something for everybody. It's Atlanta! Morehouse College is literally down the street from the Georgia Dome, Braves Stadium, and downtown which there are plenty of nice restaurants, bars, etc. If you are a big partier, No worries!, there are all ways parties for college students. Between Greeks and your normal party promoters you will never be bored.

Food and Dining

There are many places to eat and dine like Busy Bees (nice soul food spot), Nicky's seafood (great seafood place), Wendy's, McDonald's, Popeyes, American Deli, Taco Bell, and many more. Morehouse has a Jazzman's Cafe and Papa Johns. Spelman, which is right next to Morehouse, has Starbucks, Subway, and Jumba Juice. However for those that like to save a little money Walmart is literally down the street and there are shuttles that will take you, or you could walk.

Dorm Life

Residential life is a whole different component of this great institution. Even in residential life Morehouse College challenges you to be a leader, giving you opportunities to get engaged by having a hall executive board to which the students assume responsibility of their own community. There are six freshmen halls. I've had the opportunity of being a resident and resident advisor in two of those halls. As resident I had the opportunity of getting involved in many ways like strolling and being a Vanguard Scholar. As a resident advisor I was able to help and mentor freshmen students as well as stay engaged, playing a part in building the campus community. Your hall is what you make it, there was so many different personalities and lifestyles merged in one environment we are challenged to build relationships and enhance our own community.

Academic Rigor

I can confidently say I have been challenged throughout my time here at Morehouse. Being a Business major I have engulfed my self in an professional yet nurturing environment where the professors are willing to help you understand their material. Like wise in other departments, as apart of one of our five well's, you are expected to be well balanced. So the majority of professors practice rigor and being conveying effective lessons. I have learned throughout my academic experience as long as you do your part, put in work and build relationships, success is yours. Scholarship is essential component of college.

Tips for prospective students

I would encourage prospective students to embrace the experience. I have learned and matured throughout my time here at Morehouse College, it has served me well having an open mind and being brave. I would advise students to get involved and don't fall wayside to the ongoing pressures of the college life. Being at Morehouse I have learned so much about myself. One of the biggest thing I have learned and committed myself to, is to advocate for whatever community I am apart of. As an advocate I strongly encourage students to do community service. Time spent giving back to the community is time well spent.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is ranked number three amongst top Historically Black Colleges/Universities. This institution holds students to high expectations, giving them standards to model through its culture and rich history. Morehouse College is one of the best liberal arts schools that builds leaders and promotes brotherhood.

Evan from Atlanta, GA

If your motivated, social, and ambitious, Morehouse is the place for you.

What to do for fun

Atlanta is the capital of the south. There are usually concerts, dance parties, and a variety of other events happening in the city.

Food and Dining

The dining hall has a limited variety of options for vegans and vegetarians.

Dorm Life

Excellent. The dorms aren't very nice, however, the diversity, friendships, and dorm-life experience you'll have is part of the Morehouse experience. Everyone remembers it for the rest of their lives.

Academic Rigor

For the science majors, the academic rigor can be very challenging.

Tips for prospective students

Plan on staying close or on campus for 2-3 years.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is an historically black college all mens college that fosters brotherhood and community development by giving its students access to world-leading learning opportunities under a branch of tradition integrity and service to mankind. The Morehouse college social experience is amazing as well whether you are mentoring local teenagers or becoming the next top socialite of the Atlanta University Center. Your professors will encourage and advise you to challenge and develop yourself in a rapidly changing world.

Shahid from Humble, TX

Chiver's Hall also known as the Caf has it's good and bad days. The food there is okay, but we also have other restaurants like Papa John's on campus to fulfill your hunger needs.

Dorm Life

Residence Hall life is wonderful here at Morehouse College. You get a real sense of brotherhood within the Residence Halls. The staff members and upperclassmen that stayed in hall are all very helpful and add to the brother of Morehouse.

Academic Rigor

The class sizes are fairly small, so you can have a better connection with your professors. The work is not hard, it's just time consuming.

Tips for prospective students

My advice for a future Man of Morehouse is to be very organized and manage your time well. Don't get caught up in all of the events that happens on campus. Make sure you get you work done first.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is a great school for not only African American males, but for males from all ethnic groups. I would give Morehouse a rating of 8 on a scale from 1-10. The way classes are conducted are not difficult at all, but the technology is not at it's full potential.

David from Alpharetta, GA

They have heightended security over the years. There are cameras all over the campus now. Also, there are campus police that are up at every hour of the day and night.

Bang for the buck

Great connections in and out of the academic world. The school is highly credible and its prestige puts tremendous pressure on its students to live up to the expectations of a Morehouse Man.

What to do for fun

Archer Hall has all types of fun activities to get into from swimming, basketball, pool, table tennis, weight lifting, and cardio room, to intramural sports during the year.

Food and Dining

All you can eat, within the time limits of the cafeteria being open. Great breakfast. The only thing is the cafe' closes at 8pm. There are restaurants located within walking distance in all directions from the campus.

Dorm Life

Some of the best experiences I had in life. I lived on campus my freshman year in LLC (Living Learning Center) formally known as Thurman Hall. I was on the step team freshman year. In this dorm two people share one common room, which is typical for any college freshman dorm. My sophmore year, I lived in Morehouse Suites. Here four people lived in one main room but we each had our individual room with a lock on the door. It is located directly beside the newly renovated Woodruff Library.

Academic Rigor

I majored in psychology. Abnormal Psychology was a tough course. It was taught by Dr. Adams. Theories of Personality and Stats 3 are also among some of the most difficult courses. If at all possible, dont take these three together.

Tips for prospective students

Go in open-minded. Remember that the school is all male. However, there is a bright side because Clark Atlanta University is mostly female and Spelman College is all female. There is a great tradition of comradery among the students, so if your worried about feeling left out, that won't happen. Good luck getting accepted to one of the most prestigious instutions in the world.

In three sentences

It is one of the greatest environments for black men to learn and be educated along side other highly educated black men. It has a great social environment, due to being so close to Clark Atlanta University and Spelman College. The all male environment allows for one to stay focused during class and encourages participation from each individual student.

BRYANT from FAYETTEVILLE, NC

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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What to do for fun

Market Friday is a fun event that is held at Spelman, where you get to interact with the students at Spelman, listen to music and see more of the Greeks.

Food and Dining

Good food also a wide variety is offered so you will not get bored with your choices.

Dorm Life

I have just visited but based off what i seen the rooms are very spacious and offer air and heating.

In three sentences

Morehouse is a great place for students to make connections and friendships. Also there you learn to embrace the rigor and not run from, meaning they challenge you to do your best. Also the students and faculty are great I just visited but they act as if they have known you forever.

Sport

Being in the city of Atlanta offers many opportunities for concerts, clubs, various sports outings, etc.

Food and Dining

The food is adequate, could be better.

Dorm Life

Living in the dorm will give you the opportunity to potentially make some of the best friends you will ever have in life.

Academic Rigor

The college can be very challenging academically. The faculty has the highest expectations regarding student performance. Every class should be approached very seriously or you will find yourself behind very quickly.

Tips for prospective students

Some tips are: Make time to study for partying. Beopen to new experienes that the college has to offer. Be respectful of the differences you will find amongst your fellow students.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is an excellent learning environment for young men to both become leaders in the community and intellectually prepared for their future. Morehouse College has proven to be effective through over 100 years of academnic excellence. Morehouse College actively participates in making the community around the school and throughout the country a better place for most in need populations.

Daquan from Bronx, NY

They are slowly improving but we most consider the campus is located in a pretty bad neighborhood.

Greek Life

awesome. They have a major effect on student life.

Great for these types of students

Hard working man that want to make a change in the world.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Morehouse has many traditions which we usually do not talk about, come to the school and experience them.

Bang for the buck

It can be very costly but the education and experience can be well worth it.

What to do for fun

There are many things to do. If you put the effort you will never be bored.

Food and Dining

Dining is okay however, there are a variety of options.

Dorm Life

Brotherhood is a great experience however there have not been many updates in the dorm.

Academic Rigor

very challenging curriculum

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you visit before committing it can be total opposite of what you may assume.

In three sentences

Morehouse is a great school and does an excellent job of building black boys into successful men. However there are some flaws such as financial help and campus life. There are some safety issues due to the location of the campus.

Daniel from SAINT LOUIS, MO

03/14/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Campus safety has gained more security and features. There are watchmen around campus 24/7, the police department building is open 24/7, there are some cameras and emergency towers located around campus, and IDs are checked every time someone enters campus.

Greek Life

Much of the greek life is prevalent...and kept a secret. If you show interest, only let members of that organization know.

Clubs and Activities

Check out What to do for fun section.

Great for these types of students

I am a music major here and I love it. However, Morehouse is also great for business, psychology, sociology and pre-med majors.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

We are all about the brotherhood, so the school hymn, the locking of the arms, Crown Forum, and formal classes with organ preludes and postludes are all apart of daily life here at Morehouse.

Bang for the buck

Tuition is around $40,000, so apply for scholarships. And no matter what you pay to go here, you must still work hard!

Theodore from Rialto, CA

01/09/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Although Morehouse is located in a relatively odd neighborhood, the campus security takes their job seriously. They will bust down anyone's door to make sure safety is upheld. Now Spelman police, they ARE the truth.

Greek Life

Haha, greek life is a gem in the AUC, Morehouse has great Greek life and there is always news about what the frats are doing

Clubs and Activities

I wasn't too involved but enough to know what it was like. Clubs and organizations run the campus usually.

Great for these types of students

Social people, those who love to party, and nerds.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

NSO.. just be ready.

Bang for the buck

Morehouse is expensive, but the life goals and morals they instill in you make it worth the struggle.

What to do for fun

Jazzman's, shuttles to parties, hanging with friends on campus, game room, pool, ping pong, swim, meet people, party. It's all there if you expose yourself to it.

Food and Dining

Between CAU and Spelman College, Morehouse has the best food. Now, the food is not always great, but it's usually good enough to enjoy. There's always a variety and the cafe is a great place to network.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is EVERYTHING at Morehouse College. The dorm wars, the chants, strolling, stepping, all of it defines your hall. I strolled for my hall, was president of my hall, and managed to put on a few events with my hall council. It doesn't matter where you stay, all that's needed is to put your hall on the map!

Academic Rigor

The classes are not overwhelmingly difficult. They are made to challenge you, some more than others. I suggest that if you are a prospective student to do the Pre-Freshman Summer Program. If not that, then have faith in yourself and seek help when you need it,

Tips for prospective students

GET SCHOLARSHIPS!! Morehouse is expensive and paying out of pocket can be a burden. I advise not only applying, but once you have applied, check with them and let them know the need that you have to stay at that institution.

In three sentences

Morehouse is an incredible place! The social life compliments the academic life and it is all a marvelous experience. College struggles are bound to happen, but Morehouse is one of the best places to struggle because the growth comes tremendously.

Aaron from Bronx, NY

12/17/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Morehouse Police, along with Clark Atlanta Police, make sure that there is never a problem on and around campus. while they do take their jobs seriously, they are also extremely easy to talk to, and can even become your friends. However, do not ever take them lightly, for they are damn good at their jobs.

Greek Life

Greeks are everywhere, and they are always bringing life to any program. if you are planning to pledge, then you will find alot of greeks willing to persuade you y=to their brotherhood. and if you go into the school without a single bit of knowledge on greeks, just like i did, you will learn ALOT within the first month and a half Guaranteed!

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

there is a program in the beginning of the year that requires you to run around campus at 5 in the morning for the benefit of your growth. i cannot divulge the specifics of this program, but it does teach you alot about the values of being a man of morehouse.

What to do for fun

Living in Atlanta, there is never a dull moment. whenever you are not playing in the recreational center or playing on the football field, you are probably going to a party on and off campus. all i can say is, there will be so much happening at once that you might become overwhelmed, but you cannot ever say that there's nothing to do.

Food and Dining

at first, the dining experience will be a surprise and will please you, but just as school lunch has always been, you may find yourself getting tired of the cafe. the food quality is always great, and the hours are convenient, and the cafe tries its best to bring variety to the menu, but eventually too much of a good thing gets to be bad.

Dorm Life

The dorms provide a clean, sanitary, and comfortable living space for the men of Morehouse. also, one will find themselves becoming closer to the brothers of your dorm, easily acting like one big household. just do your part to keep the place as clean as you found it and all will be well.

Academic Rigor

Classes that are seen as academic requirements may or may not challenge you, that solely depends on your current knowledge going into college. however, with this being said, the classed designed for your major are designed to, and efficient in, teaching something new to the students. the work is challenging in many different ways, whether it be the difficulty of the work, the quantity of the work, or both. either way, there is going to be days where you might end up spending hours upon hours in the library.

Tips for prospective students

for those who wish to attend the House, i offer small tidbits of advice. first of all, contact the school regularly, get your name known around the faculty, and even try to visit the campus. making friends in high places is highly recommended, in case you need help with...lets say... FUNDING. for those who are planning to attend from outside the state, like myself, i would recommend to learn your way around atlanta, especially the MARTA metro system. it is relatively easy to learn and the MARTA train is closeby the school and takes you just about anywhere in Atlanta. granted, the school's location is slightly isolated, yet close enough to the stores that carry the necessities. Lastly, is you are committed to coming to the school, MAKE YOUR FRESHMAN YEAR COUNT! Take that opportunity to establish a solid GPA (no lower than a 3.5) so you have something to fall back on as time progresses. trust me, it will help to have solid grades your first year. OH, and have fun! it's still college after all.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is a Historically Black College focused on the matriculation of the future men, leaders, and pioneers of the world whilst also providing the young black community better insight and an interestingly new perspective on your black heritage vs the world, past, present, and future. Teaching the value of academic, spiritual, and moral growth, Morehouse creates an solid and profound brotherhood among the students, seeing the cohort not only as a student body, but as a giant family. This school is highly recommended for those young men who wish to find themselves and mature into the powerful leader they were destined to become.

Eric from Rockville, MD

12/16/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Now this area is just like any other urban setting. Atlnata has its fair share of crime but if you are aware of your surroundings outside the campus gates you will be fine. Inside the gates you are 100 percent safe!

There is so much fun stuff to get into at Morehouse! From the different parties around the Atlanta area, one of the livest cities in the country, to the different activties on campus, there is no shortage of fun in the AUC!

Food and Dining

The food here is a lot better than you would think. For the money we spend on an unlimited meal plan as a freshman, unlimited is definitely that! The burgers and fries are amazing! And there is nothing better than Fried Chicken Wednesdays!

Dorm Life

There is nothing more exciting and fun then dorm wars between the Freshman halls at Morehouse! Between the different hall chants, step shows, stroll-offs, basketball tournaments, and residence hall Olympics, there is a lot of fun. Not only do you build a bond with your dorm mates, but you also meet other kids from other halls.

Academic Rigor

At Morehouse College, your study habits and time management skills will be put to the test. If you surround yourself with people who know how to study effectively and are willing to help you, rather than people who constantly party, you will go farther.

Tips for prospective students

1. Make sure that you get enough sleep (roughly 6-8 hours). 2. School is your priority, partying can wait! 3. Get involved with student organizations.

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Morehouse College is the international headquarters for African-American male achievement. With a large brotherhood, and sisterhood across the street at Spelman College, success is inevitable. Between homecoming and daily activities, Morehouse College is the place to be!

During New Student Orientation (NSO) week, a program called A Candle In the Dark occurs in the wee hours of the morning. I can't tell you exactly what it is but I highly encourage you to attend. In my opinion, you aren't truly a Man of Morehouse if you haven't experienced it. Important Note: If you are attending the college, you are a Man of Morehouse. Once you have graduated, then and only then are you a Morehouse Man. Don't wear any Morehouse paraphernalia until AFTER Spirit Night during NSO week.

Bang for the buck

Honestly, the campus leaves you wondering where the 40K is going. A lot of the buildings are in need of renovations. But don't let this take away from your campus experience. The students make the campus, not its facilities.

What to do for fun

It is Atlanta, so the possibilities are endless. There are numerous malls that can be accessed via MARTA. There are shuttles that run to facilities in the area including the West End Mall and two MARTA train stations. Greek probates are always fun. There are always different events on campus to attend including the annual celebrity basketball game as well as homecoming festivities. There are parties EVERY week. Don't get wrapped up in these parties because they happen very often. Your education comes first.

Food and Dining

The food in the caf is bearable. You can catch your good days and the bad ones. The meals get repetitive from week to week to the point that you can accurately predict what you are having to eat. However, there is a Papa John's, Kilgore Snack Bar, and Jazzman's Cafe on campus that you can get a variety of food from, but you have to pay for those. During your freshman year, you get $25 dollars each semester that can be spent between these places. After your first year, you can change your meal plan to include more additional dollars on your account.

Dorm Life

The residence halls represent different learning communities dependent upon your major and career aspirations. For example, Brazeal Hall is primarily for iSTEM (Innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) students. This is an easy way to form study groups and find students that have common academic interests. Also, there is a friendly rivalry between freshmen residence halls. We have step team and stroll team competitions, and also a year-long competition for residence hall of the year. Now, for the bad. Bathroom facilities are communal so they are shared with everyone on your floor. Not all men are sanitary, so it can get a little annoying. Another bad thing is that freshmen are not allowed to have female visitation in the residence halls until after homecoming, which doesn't happen until mid-October.

Academic Rigor

Classes get tougher as you get farther into your major. Your freshman year should be a breeze as long as you attend class and study very often! Take your freshmen year as an opportunity to take easy classes and pad your GPA before the tougher classes roll in.

Tips for prospective students

Any skills that you have (instrumental, singing, art, etc.), use them to your advantage. These skills will help you gain titles on campus that will pad your resume for the future. Also, at the end of your orientation week you will be paired with your Spelman sister. Don't take this as your next target as a girlfriend. Your Spelman sister is your link to Spelman College and all of it's opportunities whether that means other Spelmanites, classes, or even jobs. Treat her like a queen.

In three sentences

Morehouse College is internationally known for producing successful African American men. A Morehouse education is a cultural experience like no other. Once you graduate as a Morehouse Man, you join a network of fellow Morehouse Men who will do anything to help you along your path in the future.

Kendale from Cleveland, OH

Campus security was questionable in the past but thanks to the current Student Government Association, the campus safety has risen dramtically.

Clubs and Activities

There is a club for almost anything on campus and if there isn't the good thing about this campus is that you can create it if there isn't.

Great for these types of students

Great for students who like traditions and those who enjoy having fun while serious about their education.

What to do for fun

There are parties nearly ever weekend here in Atlanta just for the college students in the Atlanta University Center. There is a recreational hall here on campus where swimming, basketball, weightlifting and exercising, pool and ping pong occurs, not to mention that we are right next to Forbes Arena where many celebrities come to host their basketball games.

Food and Dining

The food here is not 5 star and the Cafeteria itself sometimes does not meet expectations but nevertheless it is a buffet style cafeteria that has many choices to choose from and includes cultural foods weekly.

Dorm Life

This campus is dedicated to make sure that you make the most out of everything and that means within your dorm. There are countless events to represent your dorm in games and events that happen around campus. Every freshman is highly encouraged and almost nearly required to have a roommate. This helps increase the brotherly bonds made here and increases the size of your network.

Tips for prospective students

The tips that I will share is to make sure you come with an open mind because even though this is an HBCU it still has a bit of diversity on the campus. Focus on what you are here for; there are lots of opportunities to have fun but staying focused in your studies is imperative.

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Morehouse is an ivy-league among the HBCUs in the country, and it is definitely the best. The culture of this campus is highly centered around acceptance, compassion, togetherness and giving back to the community. This school has an excellent staff and faculty that are committed to the students to help them achieve academic excellence.

KJUAN from Landover, MD

There Has Been Little To No Incident On Campus Since I've Been Here At Morehouse College.

Greek Life

The Greek Life Here At Morehouse Is Fun And Exciting.

Clubs and Activities

The Clubs Here Are Needed, Because Everyone In College Isn't An Athlete. You'll Meet So Awesome People While Doing The Activities And Joining The Clubs Here. The Clubs Also Give Student Something To Dedicate Some There Free Time To.

Great for these types of students

Morehouse College Is Great For Those Types Of Students Whom Wish To Follow The Great Foot Steps Of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Those Foot Steps Of Spike Lee, And The Other Who May Have Came Before Them.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Morehouse College Does Several Traditions, But You'll Have To Find Those Out Once You Attend.

Bang for the buck

Compared To Any Other Institution Of Higher Learning, Morehouse College Has The Most Bang For It Buck, Because There Is Only ONE Historically Black College Or University In THE WORLD That Specializes In The Success Of Men.

What to do for fun

Morehouse College Is The Big City Of Atlanta, So There Are Plenty Of Thing To With Your Friends And Family.

Food and Dining

Considering I Stayed Of Campus I Didn't Have A Meal Plan Either.

Dorm Life

I Don't Stay On Campus, So I Am Not Able To Give You First Hand Detail On Dorm Life.

Academic Rigor

If School Comes Easy To You Like It Does For Me I Would Recommend You Going The Honors Program Here At Morehouse College. The Academic Rigors For Honor Student Are Stiff And Difficult.

Tips for prospective students

As A Prospective Student I Would Recommend You To Realize That There Is A Difference Between A Boy And A MAN!!! Morehouse MEN Are Unique To This World. Joining This Brotherhood May be One The Best Decisions You'll Ever Make IN YOUR LIFE.

In three sentences

Morehouse MEN Are Well-Balance, Well-Dressed, Well-Read, Well-Spoken, And Well-Traveled. Morehouse College Has Given Me The Resource To Excel. I Am Proud To Be A Morehouse Man.

Anthony from Chicago, IL

Greek life is present on campus, but not the main focus of the school. Morehouse students more focused on bonding with all of their brothers.

Clubs and Activities

There are a plethora of organization that you may join while on campus.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Morehouse Brother Sister Exchange, Step Teams, NSO Week, Olive Branch : UNFORGETABLE. Unusual place for the college? There are graves sites on campus of the past presidents as well as for old Civil War soliders.

What to do for fun

Morehouse College is located in Atlanta, Georgia. Malls, movies, and other attractions are within small distances via Marta transportation.

Dorm Life

Life in the residence halls at Morehouse is excellent. There are many late nights were you get to bond with some of your others brothers. That is the most amazing experience. You can learn alot from one another just by having a conversation. You will meet people from all across the country some of which may have the same ideologies as you and other may not. Morehouse is very diverse in culture.

Academic Rigor

Academics are Morehouse are not a cake in the park. You will have to produce above average work. The professors will work with you at any given time because they want you to be successful. The professors will change you--and challenge is good because it takes your mind to another level.

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Morehouse College is a very prestigious institution which is rich in history. There are many tradition in which Morehouse attempts to preserve.

kamari from Gaithersburg, MD

08/15/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Inside Morehouse College, is a pretty save place. The area that Morehouse College is in called West End can be danger if you are not careful. Morehouse encourages their students not to wear Morehouse clothing off campus grounds. If you go downtown in Atlanta wearing Morehouse clothing, then it should be cool. The local West End residents might think you are an easy target if you attend Morehouse, but most of them are not looking for trouble. Morehouse College has campus police, and some of them look like incredible hulks walking around.

Greek Life

Morehouse has all the fraternities you could think of. We have Omegas, Alfas,Kappas etc. Each fraternity has different colors and chants. They have Stroll offs(stepping) battles between each other. Some Fraternities have Barbeque's and cookouts, which are live. They have parties that they host, and if you are apart of their Frat, then you get in for free. The movie Stomp The Yard was filmed at Morehouse College, which is a movie with Fraternities step battling each other.

Clubs and Activities

Morehouse has sport teams for almost all sports. They have a team for Basketball, Football, Baseball etc. They have a especially strong Football team. Morehouse has Business clubs and other clubs for different Majors. Some of the clubs go on road trips. They even have clubs for musicians and poets. Also, they have clubs with benefits and opportunities for your future. In the Business club( like MBA), you get to meet Morehouse alumni and they help you find business opportunities.

Great for these types of students

If you are a student that does not get easily distracted, then Morehouse is a good school. Even if you get distracted, Morehouse has a saying, I got my brother's back. Other Morehouse students help you accomplish your goals.Morehouse is big on brotherhood. Morehouse College is the third Historically Black College University in the nation just behind Howard and Spelman. They prepare African American men for the world, but other ethnicity groups also study at Morehouse College. It equips men in general for the world. Some people as far as Asia come to study at Morehouse. The people at Morehouse, are open for learning about other people's cultures as well as their own. Morehouse truly respects all their students no matter what race.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

In the beginning of your Freshman year at Morehouse, you will attend this event called Olive Branch. This is the first time you meet the Freshman girls from Clark and Spelman. Olive Branch, is a big dance held at night on Clark Atlanta's football field. The girls arrive at the football field first and wait for the boys, then all the boys from Morehouse and Clark go to the field. There will be a DJ there. Also, another tradition Morehouse has is that Freshman get paired up with Spelman and Clark sisters. The Morehouse Freshman will walk in a straight line to Kings Chapel. The Spelman girls will walk from Spelman ,and a person will pair you up with a girl from Spelman and you will exchange contact information with them. She can become a close friend and introduce you to her other friends from Spelman.

Bang for the buck

Martin Luther King Jr., Spike Lee, and Samuel L. Jackson graduated from Morehouse College. Morehouse is in Atlanta, Georgia, so there are many activities to do. It is an all boy school, but has so many girls around it. Spelman College is a school near Morehouse. Clark Atlanta University is another school near Morehouse. All the schools share the same library, and most of the events like Homecoming are shared by all three schools. Clark is a boy and girl school, but Clark has way more girls than boys. Spelman is an all girl school, and it has more girls in it than Morehouse has of boys. The schools are so close that sometimes when walking out of your residents hall, you will see a couple of girls on the stoop.

What to do for fun

Every hump Wednesday, is outside or in the gym where we have a DJ. The DJ plays songs to get the crowd moving, and sometimes the DJ picks people from the crowd to dance on stage. Also, at hump Wednesday we have step battles between the Frat groups and other battles between the Sororities. Also, a lot of celebrities visit our school because Morehouse is well known. We have Celebrity Basketball games. Also, every year around October, we have Homecomings where celebrities come, and we also have dances during Homecoming. I would love to go on about how much fun we have at Morehouse, but it would go far beyond 300 words.

Food and Dining

The food at Morehouse is pretty good. We have a buffet in the cafeteria. We also have fried chicken Wednesday, which is the only day fried chicken is served(sometimes they still serve fried chicken on other days). Also, we have a stir fry station, which is delicious.Some days, we even have a DJ playing music in the cafeteria while we eat. Sometimes, the lunch ladies be dancing to the music.

Dorm Life

Freshman year at Morehouse, you meet people in your dorm. The dorm that you live in, will make up songs and chants that the dorm will use to fight against other Freshman dorms. All the Freshman dorms, will battle to see who is the most dominate dorm. At Morehouse , they like to call dorms resident halls.

Academic Rigor

Make sure you focus on your goal and do not get distracted. Set high goals for yourself. Believe that you can achieve these goals.

Tips for prospective students

Live be Morehouse's five wells. Be well spoken. Be well read. Be well traveled. Be well dressed and well balanced.

In three sentences

Morehouse's students graduate to become very successful. When attending Morehouse, students learn to give back to the community once they graduate. Morehouse Alumni gives money back to Morehouse.

Brandon from Stockbridge, GA

Our cafe is really something special almost every other week we host a different cuisine. All you have to do is try the chocolate chip cookie and you will like your in heaven.

Academic Rigor

Morehouse College will challegen you in so many ways and so many fashions that your head will literally spin. This is a good thing however because it will ultimately prepare you for the harshness the really world will bring.

Tips for prospective students

Do not pick a major because that's what your parents want you to be. College is where many men and women come to discover who they really are. Stay true to your self and have fun.

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Morehouse College is a great institution for all races and all spectrum of the rainbow, you will not only find a wide array of races but a wide array of personalities that stem from both the students and faculty.

Titus from Decatur, GA

07/26/2012

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What to do for fun

There are parties every single night in the AUC area and party buses come to the school to pick students up but you have to find your own way back. Outside of the AUC, in downtown ATL, we have the popular tourist stops like the Aquarium and Coca-Cola, but there's so much to do on campus. Just wait until the Fall... you'll see.

Food and Dining

If you don't expect for the cafe to serve five-star, Olive Garden quality meals, then you're already off to a good start. The food is delicious and they offer great variety, including meal choices for vegans and vegitarians. The cafe offers a salad bar and pizza daily, but over time, you'll get used to the food and when that happens, you'll find yourself ordering food every night. (Please don't do that, save $)

Dorm Life

Morehouse is an old school so some residential halls won't be equipped with the latest in technology HD TVs or IKEA quality furniture, but every residence hall is not the same, so find one that fits your needs. I recommend Graves Hall, which has the best view of the campus.

Academic Rigor

Depending on your major, the academic rigor varies. For STEM majors, expect a tough schedule. Your courses will be in the daytime so at night, stay away from parties and study, study, study.

Tips for prospective students

Manage your time and money and most importantly have self-control. If you never learn to suppress your urges, then you'll never become a man.

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If you want to see yourself in a leadership position or you want to discover yourself and find your roots and heritage, then Morehouse College is the school for you. Bottom line, this is a school for young men who want to become MEN. Have fun, but work hard and success, although not guaranteed, will certainly follow you.

Crown Forum - Every Thursday the student body gathers together for a mandatory meeting to see a guest speaker.

Bang for the buck

Morehouse is very pricey!... Tuition is over $30,000/year and it keeps going up. Scholarships are your best bet, otherwise you will rack up on student loan debt.

What to do for fun

-Read and follow current events -Listen to music -PS3 -The Gym -Shop

Food and Dining

Fried Chicken Wednesdays! LOL

Tips for prospective students

-Don't miss out on the experience -Don't expect a handout -Give it your best shot -Don't give up

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Attending Morehouse College has been a life changing experience for me. I've build long lasting relationships with my brothers and the faculty and I was given the opportunity to be apart of a great legacy.

Dyllon from Atlanta, GA

Great for students who do not like the huge college experience and want to have a more personal experience.

Bang for the buck

Morehouse could definitely offer more bang for your buck. As great as Morehouse College is, it is somewhat of a gritty school. You will need to struggle some, and this struggle is what makes you a distinguished man of Morehouse. There are some things that Morehouse students complain about; food, administration, teachers, financial aid, but overall the experience is unmatched and exceptional.

What to do for fun

There are a lot of fun things to do around campus. A campus organization called C.A.S.A is generally responsible for putting on events around campus. Every Wednesday there is a block party called Hump Wednesday because it represents the hump of the week. Every Thursday there is a poetry jam at Jazzmynes cafe. During the week you can find many random events including plays, music jams, movie showings or you can choose to be old fashion and just sit outside and enjoy the Atlanta weather. Also, if you ever get tired of Morehouse students the lovely ladies of Spelman are right next door and the students of Clark Atlanta are close by as well. The three schools share a bond with each other and the students interact daily. Also off campus Atlanta has tons of things to offer.

Food and Dining

The dining hall at Morehouse College is called Chivers Dining hall. Any Morehouse student will tell you Chivers does not resemble a 5 star restaurant so dont get your hopes up too high. Chivers does make an effort to give you creative entrees. The cafeteria does offer three meals and some staple points that if you eat you should be on the safe side. The best options are the burgers, friends, stir fry line, fried chicken, rice, and fish. Besides the food, sometimes the serving times can be frustrating. If you miss the cafe at the main serving times, you can still get food around campus. The other options are Kilgore plaza where they serve amazing chicken tenders. Also there is a Papa Johns, Jazzmans cafe and a Freshens for all your other needs.

Dorm Life

The dorms are not top tier but they do serve their purpose. As an freshman your dorm options are very limited. This is because the administrations wants to give the freshman a more structured experience. As an upperclassmen you have more options including the best dorm on campus called the suites. The suites allows you to have a single connected by a common room. There are four bedrooms and two bathrooms in every suite. One has the option of having a suite with a kitchen and stove top as well. This dorm is the most popular because of the freedom each student has. Overall Morehouse dorms do a great job of creating a community sense between the students. Generally when living in the dorms, you pick up many new friends.

Academic Rigor

Morehouse College is very rigorous academically. Though a student's individual work load will depend on their major, generally an average night has at least 3 hours of homework. While a student at Morehouse you should always maintain a work calendar because long term projects need to be handle in increments. With daily assignments and long term assignments if you wait too long they can definitely become overwhelming.

Tips for prospective students

I encourage you to apply to Morehouse, visit and speak with the students. One thing you will notice is the overall upbeat rapport of the students. At Morehouse is important to get involved on campus and really make the teachers and staff your friends. Morehouse will give you back everything that you put into it, so the more effort the better.

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Morehouse College has turned the educational experience of college into a community improving experience. At Morehouse College your are challenged to do your best but what makes it special is the brotherhood you develop. While you strive to do your best your brothers will be with you stride for stride doing their best as well.

Clement from Nashville, TN

07/09/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Located within the heart of the West End there are a few safety issues. The campus police staff appear to be lack-luster at times this may be due to the comparisons to neighboring force guarding the impenetrable Spelman College. Overall you are adequately educated on the dangers of the surrounding area and your safety is first determined by your own decision making.

Clubs and Activities

There are a great deal of organizations to get involved with on campus. If you can't find one of your liking their is always the opportunity to construct you own.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Crown forum is an event held on Thursdays in the renowned King's Chapel. During this event famous speakers and alumni come and address students on informative issues.

Bang for the buck

To be honest you would be paying more for the name of the college than the education itself. Morehouse has gain recognizable status in society and the name the brand carries opens many doors. But through an increase in Alumni giving and better expenditures on the colleges behalf its amenities can be brought up to the high standards the name carries.

What to do for fun

You're in Atlanta attending a school that borders Spelman and Clark Atlanta University need I say more. There will always be an event or someone promoting something that may catch your interest. Campus life is entertaining especially an event known as Hump Wednesday reminiscent of a campus block party held every Wednesday.

Food and Dining

You will hear many complaints about Chivers cafeteria but the food itself is not horrible. These complaints may stem from the hours of operation or even the menu choice. Overall the cafeteria will be a place of philosophical and heated discussion that are often extremely entertaining.

Dorm Life

The facilities themselves are lacking. The university often uses the word historic to forgo to the upgrading of amenities. Although the residential halls (not dorms) are somewhat lacking they foster a brotherhood that will last well beyond matriculation.

Academic Rigor

You have to opportunity to succeed and everything is there for you it is only up to you to take advantage of the provided tools. If you truly apply yourself you will reap the full benefits of a Morehouse education. But it is extremely easy to become distracted by the happenings in the Atlanta area.

Tips for prospective students

Do not get caught up in the many things the city of Atlanta has to offer. Many students go down to the Atlanta University Center (AUC) and are swept up in the party-life and lose sight of what they are down there for in the first place. Take full advantage of the classes you take your freshman year because they will in fact be the easiest and the cornerstone of your GPA.

Shopping, Atlantic Station, and Little Five Points are great areas to be for fun. Also you can visit the World of Coca- cola. You can also visit city fesitvals.

Food and Dining

could be better. I would say that have a variety. They also make an attempt to reach different cultures.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is a big part of freshmen year and a small look into being a greek prospective. Dorms are very active in stepping and strolling. Many alumni of the dorm halls come back and contribute.

Academic Rigor

Academics at Morehouse can and will be a bit challenging, but study hard and you will succeed. The library will be your best friend. Also find a study group.

Tips for prospective students

My tips for prospective students are to be ready to have great expectations and be ready to be accountable for you own education. Also be ready to take on leadership and strive for excellence.

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Morehouse College is a great institution for leadership development. Morehouse College is an institution that is building tomorrow's leaders. The culture of brotherhood is wrapped tightly around Morehouse College.

Jaelen from Minneapolis, MN

05/26/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Although Morehouse College has its own security and campus police, Morehouse is situated in the run down West End neighborhood which comes with its own set of dangers. Just pay attention and be careful at all times.

Greek Life

The Greek Life is exceptional. The Greeks on campus and that have pledge at Morehouse are the best of the best. They are the most prestigious chapters and are always doing things on campus and to help the community.

Clubs and Activities

There are clubs and activities for any kind of interest you may have. From sorts to school and everything else, there is something on campus for everything.

Great for these types of students

Great for students who would like to grow and be challenged not only as a student but also as a man.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The campus is very historical and Morehouse is deeply rooted in tradition. From the singing of the hymn to the Maroon blazers, it is a traditional school gearing students for the future.

Bang for the buck

Morehouse College is very expensive to attend and they always nickle and dime you once you get there, but the resources and knowledge you gain as well as the networking is something you cant get anywhere else.

What to do for fun

There are always things to do on campus. From Hump Wednesday, to Market Fridays which are pretty much parties hosted during the day by the schools, to interest meetings, to special appearances by celebrities to parties, there is always something to do on campus and you can always go around Atlanta for fun too.

Food and Dining

The food is terrible. Morehouse doesn't actually do the food, they hire a company to do it for them. But the food definitly isn't worth the money.

Dorm Life

The dorm life is so much fun. You'll meet some lifelong friends there. They do have quiet hours so you'll be able to get your work done but have fun at the same time.

Academic Rigor

The academics are very hard and Morehouse College does have an attendance rule so you have to go to every class. Make sure you stay on your studies before you go out and do all the things that the Atlanta University Center has to offer.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure that you have your money in order for school because the financial aid office is an understaffed unhelpful mess. But realize that when you get there Morehouse is an amazing place to meet people so learn to network and don't be afraid to meet people.

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Morehouse College is an excellent as not only an HBCU but also as an insitutution of higher learning. From a small campus environment with individual attention paid to students, to the amazing big city that it is in, Morehouse college is an amazing place to be for academics and networking.

I enjoyed being in the football field. I saw what the other club offered whihc were good. I just did not have time to join them. The activities were great. I truly enjoyed my freshman year.

Great for these types of students

It is great for stydents willing to work and be around educated young black men and women.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

They force you to wake up super early to sing the Morehouse song and run around the campus through NSO.

Bang for the buck

I don't think the tution should be so high but the jobs that are attainable afterwards makes up for it.

What to do for fun

I play football and hang with my new friiends.

Food and Dining

The cafe was either hit or miss. The main course could sometimes be good and sometimes be terrible. You will get tired of burgers and pizza.

Dorm Life

Everything was good except the community bathrooms. It was not maintained by the residence enough.

Academic Rigor

The rigor depends on the teacher but more importantly you work ethic. You know the assignments are coming so be good with time organization and you should be good.

Tips for prospective students

I would say stay ahead in your classes and makes friends to network with.

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Morehouse is a very unique school that can either gain your love or hate. The message that Morehouse sends to the students either fits their personality or go completely against their morals. All in all, Morehouse is a good school to attend.

Jalen from Hoschton, GA

05/19/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Morehouse College is open to the public and is very easy to access. Some students have been robbed and the police force lacks in their department of maintaining a safe environment. However, students quickly understand the do's and don'ts to maintain personal safety. For instance, students are encouraged to lock their doors every time they leave the room and travel with groups at night. Morehouse students are usually targeted for robberies so wearing Morehouse paraphernalia is strongly discouraged.

Greek Life

You will easily know who is apart of Greek Life. Each fraternity always shows up for every event and are well known amongst the student body. Students cannot join until their sophomore year, but the students that do join are always active.

Clubs and Activities

There is always something to do and always an organization to join. Opportunities for a leadership role are always available. Creativity is encouraged. Clubs will usually get together and make a huge memorable event.

Classified. Telling incoming students the traditions of Morehouse will ruin the surprise of New Student Orientation.

Bang for the buck

If you come to Morehouse on scholarship (which is very likely), then yes. The cost of room and board alone is worth it if you attend all that Morehouse offers. The students that don't do much on campus are the ones wasting their money. Enjoy what you paid for.

What to do for fun

When students think of fun they think of off-campus activities. Morehouse College is right down the street from the Marta and students are always found venturing through Atlanta for a good time. On the weekends students are usually found in the illustrious Lennox Mall perusing through stores or enjoying the night-life at Atlantic Station. Parties are always advertised for those party-goers, and lounge restaurants are only a Marta ride away for students who enjoy a relaxing get-away. On Campus, Morehouse students provide Hump-Wednesday, which is a large get-together amongst all the AUC students (Clark Atlanta, Morehouse, and Spelman). Step teams show their moves, students dance and eat, and sometimes celebrities come visit. The cast of Think Like a Man came last year and Kevin Hart spoke from the mic. Students are also encouraged to attend sporting events, student-led fashion shows, Open mic nights (Thursdays), fraternity competitions, and more.

Food and Dining

Chivers Dining Hall provides a wide assortment of dishes (some better than others). They will normally serve usual dishes such as lasagna, baked chicken, rice and vegetables. Other times students are surprised with frog legs, crocodile, venison, and seasoned tofu. Students always rush to get the fried chicken wednesday specials (fried chicken, mac n' cheese, collards, cornbread, and black-eye peas) and fried fish fridays specials. There are different lines to choose from, which satisfy the students' appetites (stir-fry, on the grill, pizza, salad bar, and main dish). Once students have their plates they can sit down and socialize with all the students there, watch T.V. (sports or news), or converse with the servers who always remember your face and greet you with a smile and the usual Southern hospitality. If Chivers' meal plan doesn't satiate the appetite one can always venture over to Kilgore Hall and pay out of pocket for some curly fries, subs, sandwiches, Chicken Fingers, Burgers, and more. There is also the option of Papa Johns, Freshens, and Jazzman's Cafe which are all on campus. If one doesn't want to eat on-campus food they can go to Spelman College for sushi (upcoming) or subway.

Dorm Life

Dorm life at Morehouse College will make your college years your best years. You will meet tons of characters. The RD's and RA's are extremely dedicated to molding the students into respectable men.They are open to their residents and are usually found driving their residents out to get late night snacks and fast foods. Residence Hall pride is encouraged through RH (residence hall) step teams and awards for best hall. Nevertheless, all halls intermingle on a daily via the close-knit student body. Morehouse College also provides daily janitorial services and a Residence Hall Counsel which tends to the needs of the residents on a daily.

Academic Rigor

Freshman work load varies between turn-in-questions, class presentations, and ten-page papers. The first semester will surely be an eye-opener to students who are still in High-School mode. The professors will work you hard and it is personal responsibility to assure deadlines are met.

Tips for prospective students

Know your path. Know what you want to achieve and understand what it will take to achieve it. One cannot simply enter Morehouse College and expect to land a high-paying job in the socioeconomic world. Morehouse College offers connections more-so than clout. The College is not ivy-league and easy to manage; however, Morehouse is loved for the challenge. Know the staff. Be on top of everything in terms of financials, curriculum, and demands. Students who have financial problems are usually found in the financial office day and night racking-up on scholarships that are not advertised. These students take initiative and show the staff that they are willing to work for what they want. The same goes for students who are well in-tune with their major department. These students find summer jobs and research programs much easier than students who do internet searches, because they take initiative in their studies. The best students of Morehouse College are the most respected. The most respected students show the most initiative. Therefore, the best students of Morehouse College show the most initiative.

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Morehouse College does not provide its boys with a luxurious experience. However, the luxury is promised to those boys who allow Morehouse College to mold them into men. Howard Thurman said, “Over the heads of her students, Morehouse holds a crown that she challenges them to grow tall enough to wear.”

Bob from Columbus, OH

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Greek Life

LOTS!

Clubs and Activities

LOTS!

Food and Dining

Ate here on ASD and the food was great!

Dorm Life

Dorm life seemed to be live and active according to the current students.

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I visited campus so many times and still love the atmosphere and brotherhood. There seem to be so much on campus to get involved in, so you should never be bored. It is also in Atlanta. Can't go wrong!

Terrence from ATLANTA, GA

03/19/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Police security has been better at not allow any an everyone on our campus, checking I.D.s every time you leave campus and re-entering. Room checks continue to prevent any dangerous items or people from destroying Morehouse College good name.

Greek Life

In every campus the fraternities have their mark. Once you hear the chants and see the strolls you automatically get pulled in to the college atmosphere. Alphas, Kappas, Omegas, and Sigmas can be found on our campus at any time of the day. Joining a brotherhood such as these is a difficult decision, make the correct choice.

Clubs and Activities

The clubs here allow you to introduce yourself to an entire different group of individuals with the same strengths and weaknesses of you. It is up to you to pick the right group to join. Either it is the NAACP, or the Honors Program.

Great for these types of students

For any young man that desires to better himself and truly challenge his mentality for getting what he can while its there, this is the perfect school for them.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Their are not any unusual traditions but their are some night time activities such as man hunt. These simple games take place with team of males and females. Luckily for us, Spelman is an all female school across the street. The young ladies join in these activities from day to day.

Bang for the buck

On campus students are given alot of discounts on any item of desire, even off campus. Being a student is profitable for you at times but can still hurt you.

What to do for fun

Being an athlete has its perks. Most of my fun is during the weekend when I am listening to music, going to a couple get together's or playing basketball. No matter what the day something is happening on campus.

Food and Dining

Funny thing about the food on campus will continue to be the same. Cafe food is the same as that of when you were a child. The only difference is the wide variety of different foods to choose from.

Dorm Life

Not much can be said about staying in a dorm. The thing to remember is you sleep there you do not live there. Confused are you? You actually live in the study halls. Staying in any dorm depends on your year in college. Freshman dorms are said to be the most immature but continue to be active. Where as being an upperclassmen academia are taken more seriously and the halls of those dorms are quiet. In the end your dorm life is ultimately up to you.

Academic Rigor

The professors do not allow any excuses for being late or missing class. Docking off points on your grade can come very easily, but you must be in class in order to pass. Test can save you in most cases but homework and quizzes must be taken seriously.

Tips for prospective students

In order to succeed here you must study and apply yourself. Parties and the fun times will be there, remember why you went to college.

In three sentences

This institution, has become more than a school. Morehouse College is a college that will challenge your mental capacity and forces you to fight for what your true desires are. Failure is not excepted, and mediocrity is not an option.

Jonathan from Miami, FL

the police officers and security are always available around the clock.

Greek Life

the greek life at morehouse is popular and rich in tradition.

Clubs and Activities

there are numerous clubs and activities to participate in on and around campus including the yearbook staff, casa, and student government association.

Great for these types of students

morehouse is the perfect school for all students who want to better themselves, future leaders, and inventors of the future.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

there are numerous historic sites on campus dedicated to the founders of the college, historic alumni, and projects that exemplify morehouse as an institution of success.

Bang for the buck

morehouse is worth every penny because the institution does its best to listen to and improve every student's concerns and academic abilities to fulfill their potential.

What to do for fun

exploring atlanta with your friends or by yourself, interacting with students from spelman and clarke atlanta university, and becoming involved in the numerous amount of social clubs that the auc (atlanta university center) has to offer.

Food and Dining

the food and dining is both healthy and delicious. the food staff take pride and care into preparing each meal for the students.

Dorm Life

the dorms at morehouse college are clean, up to date, and safe with other students living in close proximity to each other.

Academic Rigor

the professors are well knowledgeable in their majors and assist students in every way possible to achieve excellence.

Tips for prospective students

studying, promoting excellence, and being active in your community are all excellent examples of a well rounded individual that will succeed in college.

In three sentences

morehouse college upholds a rich tradition in promoting intelligent and strong men for the future. the institution offers programs that cover a wide array of student interests from academic to sports. international students love the college's outreach towards them in other countries.

Nigel from Lithonia, GA

02/05/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

on campus its a pretty safe environment but we are located at the west end of atlanta which isn't the best neighborhood but as long as you travel with others and take the shuttle/marta from campus to nearby places you will not have much to worry about!

Greek Life

we have all of the fraternities that are apart of the divine nine and other recognized fraternities we have are phi mu alpha and groove phi groove.

Clubs and Activities

we have many clubs and activities. band, glee club, football, basketball, lacrosse, baseball, fishing, swimming, track, journalism, and we have others that i cannot think of right now.

Great for these types of students

morehouse is great for academically sound students that are focused and ready to excel!

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

an unusual tradition at morehouse is crown forum. most students at other colleges get this confused with their town hall. i explain to them that we have town hall as well but crown forum is mandatory for all students to attend at least six per semester where guest speakers(speakers are often well known) come and share experiences etc.

Bang for the buck

morehouse college is a great school with a lot of opportunities. i am a finance major and i can tell you there are always companies on campus looking to give internship and jobs!

What to do for fun

we have hump wednesday which is a block party for auc students, clark has market thursday, spelman host market friday. a lot of greeks come out and stroll at market fridays and hump wednesdays.

Food and Dining

most students like the part of the cafe where you can get burgers, turkey burgers, fries, philly cheese steaks, and pizza. you also have your choice of a 3 course meal which also includes meals for vegetarians. the cafe also have a pretty good salad bar. there are other places on campus such as jazzmin's, papa johns, and the tiger's den

Dorm Life

i never stayed on campus so i really cannot chime in on this!

Academic Rigor

most of the professors you will encounter are fast pace and do not accept late work regardless if you have an excuse for being absent or whatever the case maybe.

Tips for prospective students

to all prospective students make sure you fill out tons of scholarship applications because morehouse is expensive. make sure you build strong bonds with your brothers and spelman sisters. stay focus because classes are fast pace.

In three sentences

morehouse college prepares young men for their professional and personal life. classes are usually limited to 30 students or less. professors are very knowledgeable on the subjects he or she teaches.

Irvin from New Orleans, LA

Academic, studious, competitive, hard-working, and diligent. Also works for the party hoppers and binge drinkers, just remember that you have to go to class sometimes. Stand out and be yourself!

Tips for prospective students

Apply for as many scholarships as you can and remember that this is a college setting, even though it may be reminiscent of high school at times. Your GPA and National test scores will mean everything upon graduation so if you can't really afford to screw up early on. Enjoy your time in college, but always remember what you are there for. Morehouse will treat you well, as long as you smile and stay clear of the financial department.

Bang for the buck

I'm currently paying about double of what the tuition is at Georgia State... Per semester. My student loans will probably eat me alive. The academics are well-founded though, and many of the experiences found here at Morehouse cannot be found anywhere else in the country. I really appreciate the opportunities given here at Morehouse and I will be a proud graduate soon.

Am enjoying being here

Most of the professors here are kind and care about the academic well-being of their students, but like all colleges there are some professors who are only here for a paycheck. The atmosphere in the Biology field also creates a Dog Eat Dog mentality with classmates which will make it hard to find worthwhile help. Persevere and keep your eyes on your goals and you will do well.

Am learning a lot

The field of Biology at Morehouse College is very detailed and taught by some of thud most distinguished professors in the United States. The Biology track here is also very rigorous though, and many will drop out of he program immediately if you are brave enough to continue, just know that it won't get easier. Study hard and work harder.

Frederick from Leesburg, VA

06/22/2011

Reviewer is A past student here.

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Great for these types of students

This is an environment i can honestly recommend for anyone because Morehouse accepts students from every background imaginable. You name it, there's a sub-community for all your interests, needs, and background. There's something at Morehouse for every young man...

Tips for prospective students

Stay hungry, stay focused, but remain humbled. Its very easy to lose your humility in an environment of success and in an environment of praise. Remember that with that praise comes expectation, an expectation that as a Man of Morehouse you are well learned, well behaved, well dressed, and well aware just to name a few. Learn to embrace the meaning of brotherhood and family, remain open minded, and never cease to challenge not only yourself but those around you.

Bang for the buck

For the cost, you look at the facilities and around the campus and as a student of course you wonder Where is all this money going. No Morehouse doesn't have amazing athletic facilities, not many state of the art classrooms or labs, and no the dorms aren't hardly fancy. However the bang for your buck comes from the culture of Morehouse and the AUC. This is very much a community that forces one to be social and network. This network you build, will be something you can depend on for the rest of your life and the extensiveness of the network is beyond comprehension.

Did enjoy being here

Initially I swayed about how much I was really liking Morehouse College. I mean paying so much money and having the West End be my welcoming mat, I just had my doubts. However this turned out to be one of, if not thee best decision I ever made in life. The people there were phenomenal and there was always something exciting going on. Its a one of a kind atmosphere that I'm blessed to have experienced.

Did learn a lot

Learning at Morehouse College occurs not only in the classroom but in everyday happenings around the campus. This is an amazing environment for exchanging knowledge and experiences because of all the schools in close proximity bringing in people from all over the world of tremendously different backgrounds. How much you learn is only limited by your own desires.

Khari from Lexington, SC

06/15/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

Morehouse College is great for students who have family in Georgia. Its a bit challenging to get used to if you are used to living in cities such as Manhattan. However, if you have a car or you just have good knowledge of Georgia, then this college might just be for you.

Tips for prospective students

If you are considering coming to Morehouse College, I suggest looking into buying an apartment. I also suggest having a car because its extremely difficult to get around. I also suggest that you network with as many students and faculty/staff that you can. Its extremely helpful in the long run.

Bang for the buck

I am not too sure about this one. The school is quite expensive. I don't think we are getting everything we paid for. I suggest living off campus because it saves you a huge amount of money.

Am enjoying being here

I'm not too sure if I am enjoying my stay here at Morehouse College. I am used to the transportation system from New York. I was able to just hop on the bus or train and go anywhere. Down here in Georgia, they do have the MARTA system, but it takes time to get used to. You literally have to use the MARTA if you need anything. Nothing is in walking distance, which is one of the main reasons I am not enjoying my stay here. I have to spend extra money just to get something simple.

Am learning a lot

I am learning quite a lot. The majority of the teachers here are excellent and actually know how to teach. They have office hours if you want to have a one-on-one conversation with them. They don't play around because at the end of the day, its your grade and your money so they know to be serious about that. However, there are a handful of teachers who really shouldn't teach because they can't get anything done in a timely manner and then the student(s) end up suffering because of them.

Miles from Austin, TX

07/23/2009

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Outgoing and friendly people fit right in at Morehouse. There are all types of people at Morehouse and you'll make friends your first year no matter who you are. Academic success is important to most people on campus, so driven , hard working students do the best at Morhouse.

Tips for prospective students

Be outgoing. You're not going to meet anyone or have any fun sitting in your room all day. Get into activities, whatever interests you do it. Go to parties, have fun, live life. For academic success make sure you go to class and turn in your work on time. Don't fall behind b/c the work will keep piling on. Ask for help when you need it b/c help is available. Get in cool with your professors b/c you never know if you'll really need there help. FYI coming in class late and not showing up to class at all frequently is a slap in your professors face. They won't like that and will be less likely to do you a favor, trust me.

Bang for the buck

For almost 40k a year in total costs, there is definite room for improvement. For starters, the cafeteria or the Caf could be waayyyyy better. Fried chicken Wednesday's are OK, but besides that you might get tired of eating pizza and fries every day. You get used to it though and it's not that bad, just needs some improvements. Could use some updated facilities. Like for me personally I would like a bigger weight room and another basketball court b/c Archer can get packed sometimes. Your in West End ATL so you're not paying for the scenic views, but you are really close to downtown so it's easy to get places. Costs do not meet expectations but you will learn to adapt. It'll be a good experience for you ha ha.

Am enjoying being here

Atlanta is a great place to go to school. The city is fun and has a great night life. There's a bunch of other school's in Atlanta, so if you ever get tired of being in the AUC you can always head to Georgia State, Emory, GA Tech just to name a few and find something to get into. It's very easy to meet people and make new friends. You'll have PLENTY of opportunities to meet Clark and Spelman girls so don't worry. There will be a lot of 5 Star rated Spelman girls with deep pockets so, ummm yea. It really is a cool place to be, and the people and the whole Atlanta atmosphere really makes up for some of Morehouse's shortcomings.

Am learning a lot

How you do and how much you learn your freshman year really depends on how challenging your high school was. To be honest, my freshman year was kind of a breeze. Of course you have to study and make sure you GO TO CLASS, but if you do what you need to do to be successful you'll be fine. I know kids that were failing basic algebra, so really it depends on your high school course work. Of course that was just your general core classes, not too hard. The rigor of the course work will increase as you matriculate (you'll hear that word a lot), but if you put in the work you'll be fine. This is all based on my freshman year though. The teacher's are good for the most part and you can get plenty of 1on1 time with your prefessor which is a great thing. Theres always help when you need it from student tutors and your professors.

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